Use of intraoperative 3D imaging in the maxillofacial operating room: A French national survey

Purpose: To gain a comprehensive understanding of the utilization of intraoperative 3D imaging among maxillofacial surgeons practicing in France through a web-based questionnaire. Methods: An 18-point multiple-choice questionnaire was developed and distributed to participants. The questionnaire was divided into two sections, with the first section gathering general information about the respondents and the second section providing an overview of the utilization of 3D imaging techniques, such as cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), computed tomography (CT) scan, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), including the conditions, frequencies, and indications for use, with a particular focus on the number of acquisitions per procedure and the other departments with whom the equipment is shared. Results: A total of 75 participants completed the survey, with 30% of university hospital departments and 0% of private clinics currently utilizing intraoperative 3D imaging systems. The main indications for 50% of the users were for temporomandibular joint surgery and orbital fractures. Conclusion: The results of this survey indicate that the utilization of intraoperative 3D imaging in French maxillofacial surgery is limited to university centers, with poor utilization and a lack of standardization in indications for use. (C) 2023 Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.